Bodacious Copy’s
Book Editing Services for
Indie Authors

 

Indie Author Services Adapted to Your Needs

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Line Editing

Line editing is the art of refining your manuscript at the sentence level—polishing rhythm, flow, and clarity while preserving your unique voice. I aim to infuse every line with uncommon magic, ensuring your words captivate, resonate, and read effortlessly.

This service builds on the copyediting package and includes:

  • Sentence-level improvements to syntax, diction, and tone
  • Voice enhancement, including passive-to-active adjustments
  • Support for contents, references, indexing, footnotes, and endnotes
  • Two rounds of editing, collaborative feedback, and final proofreading
  • Tracked changes and comments for full transparency

Ideal for authors seeking a smooth, engaging read that sparkles from start to finish.

Copyediting

Copyediting is the essential clean-up phase that ensures your manuscript is crisp, correct, and publication-ready. With this service, I bring clarity and consistency to your writing while preserving your voice.

Included in the copyediting package:

  • Correction of spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviations, and verb agreement
  • Removal of typographical errors, redundancies, and wordiness
  • Identification of continuity issues and basic fact-checking
  • Two rounds of editing for thorough refinement
  • Tracked changes and comments for full transparency

Perfect for authors and professionals preparing content for publication, submission, or public release.

Proofreading

As the final review, proofreading ensures your manuscript is flawless and ready for print or publication. It catches lingering errors the copyeditor may have missed and ensures consistency across both text and layout.

Proofreading includes:

  • Correction of overlooked spelling, grammar, punctuation, and typographical issues
  • Careful review of layout and formatting, including font consistency, word breaks, widows, and orphans
  • A meticulous read-through to ensure your work is clean, professional, and publication-ready

Best suited as the last step before printing, uploading, or submitting your manuscript.

Manuscript Review

For authors seeking early feedback, this service provides a comprehensive, big-picture evaluation of your manuscript’s structure, style, and overall impact.

You’ll receive:

  • A thorough read-through of your manuscript
  • Detailed notes with carefully considered input and suggestions
  • A personalized Word document outlining strengths, areas for improvement, and editorial guidance
  • Insight into pacing, character development, tone, and narrative cohesion (for fiction), or clarity, organization, and argument strength (for nonfiction)

Ideal for writers who want honest, constructive feedback before diving into revisions.

Manuscript Formatting

Formatting is the final polish that transforms your manuscript into a professional, publication-ready book. I offer meticulous formatting services tailored to your genre, publishing path, and reader expectations.

Whether you’re preparing for print, eBook, or both, I ensure:

  • Clean, consistent layout with proper margins, spacing, and paragraph styles
  • Genre-appropriate typography and chapter styling
  • Accurate front and back matter: title page, copyright, TOC, acknowledgments, etc.
  • Compatibility with self-publishing platforms like KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, and more
  • Optional inclusion of footnotes, endnotes, images, or appendices for nonfiction

I’ll format fiction with flow and nonfiction with clarity—so your words shine without distraction.

Book Marketing Plan

This service delivers a customized, comprehensive one-year marketing strategy designed to elevate your book’s visibility and reach. Drawing on 17 years of experience in social media marketing and extensive knowledge of traditional marketing, I craft a detailed plan tailored to your goals, genre, and audience.

Your marketing plan includes:

  • A roadmap covering traditional and digital outreach
  • Strategies for social media engagement, content creation, and audience building
  • Guidance on press releases, media outreach, and book reviews
  • Recommendations for events, giveaways, and promotional partnerships
  • Tools and timelines to help you stay organized and on track

Perfect for authors seeking a clear, actionable plan to launch and sustain their book’s success.

Book Cover Design

Step into the realm of literary enchantment with a visual alchemy offering that conjures six breathtaking cover concepts—created with AI and tailored to your story’s soul.

This service includes:

  • Six distinct, high-resolution book cover images inspired by your genre, themes, and aesthetic
  • A choice of photorealism, fantasy, surrealism, cyberpunk, sci-fi, anime, manga, vintage, retro, minimalist, painterly, impressionistic, celestial & cosmic styles
  • Covers suitable for mockups, marketing, social media, and inspiration boards
  • Optional guidance on refining your final cover direction or pairing with typography

A magical jumpstart for authors seeking multiple concepts to test with audiences or use across platforms.

Author Website

Your website is more than a digital business card—it’s your literary home base. I create beautiful, functional, and author-centric websites that reflect your voice, showcase your work, and invite readers into your world.

Depending on your needs, I offer:

  • Custom design consultation to align with your genre, tone, and visual identity
  • Portfolio and book page creation with buy links, blurbs, and reviews
  • About, blog, and contact pages that feel personal and professional
  • Mobile-friendly, SEO-optimized layouts that look great everywhere
  • Ongoing support and training so you feel confident managing your site

Let’s build a site that feels like you and works like magic.

Social Media Consulting

Whether you’re launching your debut novel or nurturing a growing backlist, Bodacious Copy helps authors transform their online presence into a powerful extension of their literary brand. My consulting services are designed to enchant, engage, and elevate—across every platform that matters.

Platforms I support:

  • Facebook: Build a loyal reader community with captivating posts, event promotion, and strategic engagement.
  • Instagram: Turn your feed into a visual storybook with branded graphics, quote cards, reels, and hashtag strategy.
  • Bluesky: Establish a thoughtful, authentic presence in a growing decentralized space.
  • Substack: Optimize your publishing schedule and grow your subscriber base with irresistible lead magnets.
  • Goodreads: Curate engaging updates and leverage lists, reviews, and giveaways to build buzz.

I blend editorial expertise with marketing magic to help authors show up online with confidence, clarity, and charisma. Ready to enchant your audience? Let’s make your social media sparkle.

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TESTIMONIALS

“I am honoured to have Christine Bode of Bodacious Copy for my much-needed editing needs. With her developmental line editing prowess, Christine was able to take my black-and-white word puzzle and turn it into a 312-page technicolour mystery thriller masterpiece. Her book cover design for the novel is sensational. With an astonishing attention to detail, clever insight, and an absolute pleasure to deal with, Christine Bode is second to none. I highly recommend her service for all of your editing requirements.”

Thomas Knight, Author of HEIRLINE

“Your book is as great as the editorial talents you hire to ensure your story is clear, concise, and captivating. I had the PERFECT editor, Christine Bode of Bodacious Copy, work on my autobiography, Unveiled. I was ecstatic when my book ranked #2 and #3 in two categories in June 2021, just a few weeks after publishing it. Thank you, Christine, for exceeding my expectations.”

Dawn James, Bestselling Author, Unveiled: Autobiography of an Awakened One 

“I was very pleased with the editing work Christine provided for my book. She was careful and considerate, offering great suggestions. She was able to complete in a short period of time, and her price was very reasonable. I would recommend Christine to anyone who is looking for editing services.”

 Aileen Edwards, Author of Black Skin, Bold Heart

“Christine at Bodacious Copy is an outstanding editor. She brought sharp insight, patience, and professionalism to my manuscript, and her feedback elevated the work to a much higher level. What I appreciated most was her attention to detail and her ability to ask the right questions without ever losing sight of my voice as the author. She is easy to work with, reliable, and truly invested in helping her clients succeed. I highly recommend her services to any writer looking for an editor who combines skill, care, and genuine passion for the craft.” 

Steven K. Williams, Author of Monopoly Nation

“…Christine isn’t just any editor; she’s like a co-pilot on your creative journey, whose enthusiasm and skill really lift your project to new heights. Getting her on board was easily one of the best moves for my book, and I can’t recommend her enough to any writer looking to level up their work.”

 Maya Bairey, Author of Painting Celia

“Christine is an amazing editor; she went through my manuscript with a fine-tooth comb and helped me to release an excellent and well-written book, I AM Unshaken.”

Elizabeth Ainsworth, Author of I AM Unshaken

“I had the absolute pleasure of working with Christine Bode as the copy editor for my book Good Grief, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Christine’s eye for detail, precision, and consistency brought my manuscript to life in a polished and professional way. Her professionalism, clear communication, and supportive guidance made the entire editing process seamless and even enjoyable. Christine is more than just a copy editor—she is a trusted collaborator and a true champion of the writer’s vision.”

Victoria Givlin, Founder of Ascent Stories Inc.

“Throughout our collaboration, Christine showcased a remarkable clarity in her edits on every page. Her ability to enhance the readability of the text while maintaining its engaging nature was truly impressive. I particularly appreciated her willingness to explain the rationale behind her suggestions, which not only improved my understanding of effective writing but also enriched the overall content of my books. I am very grateful for Christine’s support and expertise, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone in need of top-notch editing.”

Angélique Doyle, Author of Uniquely You Children’s Activity Book Series

“If you are looking for professional and personal feedback and editing for your beloved manuscript, look no further. Christine’s insights have been invaluable in finding errors and oversights, both large and small. Highly recommended.”

Curtis Vos, Author

“I had the opportunity to work with Christine Bode on my first book, which was published in October 2022. My experience with Christine was amazing. She was very supportive and made the process easy and seamless. She had great feedback for me, especially since I was a new author. I would absolutely work with Christine again, and when the next book is ready, I will be reaching out to her for her guidance and editing services.”

Gary Benoit, Author, A Call for Service: Overcoming Adversity Through Resilience

“Christine Bode, the owner of Bodacious Copy, is simply amazing! She was of immense help in editing my book proposal. Her attention to detail, flexibility and expediency were impressive and contributed to a thoroughly polished final version. I highly recommend Christine and her company for editing services.”

Carolyn Hamilton-Kuby, CEC, PCC 

“Christine was on a team that helped me write and publish my first book. I wrote this book under a pen name. Christine helped to ensure I kept the story in line, and her edits were outstanding. Christine is an amazing resource when trying to bring your voice to your writing and ensure it is a piece of work you are proud of.”

Carli Lance, Author, Moving Forward: A Woman’s Guide to Healing and Moving on After a Breakup 

“She did me the honor of editing my debut novel, Allegory of the End, and blew my expectations of the type of relationship a writer can have with their editor. I had searched high and low for a person I felt comfortable enough to edit my work with since it was my first novel, and admittedly, I stepped up to the plate with a lot of trepidation, but Christine calmed my nerves with ease. She was as proud of and dedicated to editing my work as I was when writing it, and she will undoubtedly be the editor I turn to in the future.”

A.R. Mirabal, Author, Allegory of the End: Volume 1 (Death of the Order) 

I’m ready when you are! Your magical book is ready to be realized.

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